Students lack understanding of basic financial concepts, says the CII

Just 2% of college students believe being in debt is "unusual"

Research from the Chartered Insurance Institute shows that despite being expected to make significant financial decisions many 16-18 year-olds don't understand basic financial terms.

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Lending to SME's fell in 4th quarter reports Bank of England

The Bank of England reports that bank business lending fell in the final quarter of 2011

Bank lending to businesses fell in the fourth quarter and lending to individuals was flat amid difficult conditions in the wholesale money markets, according to a new report from the bank of England.

UK debt: One person declared bankrupt every minute

UK debt: One person declared bankrupt every minute

New figures from Credit Action have shown the extent of the UK's debt problems.

Double-dip recession 'not inevitable', but study predicts stagnation

Millions rely on loans and credit to pay mortgage or rent

Bargain hunters hit the stores in thousands on Boxing Day

Hidden debit and credit card charges to be banned in 2012

European banks rush to snap up cheap ECB 3-year loans

Government borrowing £15.7 bln in November says ONS

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Ten of the best credit cards for your finances in 2012

Disciplined use of credit cards can boost your finances

If Christmas blew a hole in your finances a 0% interest credit card could be worth switching to so you have time to repay your debt before interest is applied.

Personal loans: Six of the best

Rates for personal loans are at their lowest since 2007

2012 has begun with fierce competition in the personal loans market with rates now at their lowest since 2007. Our feature selects six of the best deals currently available.

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Chancellor George Osborne's autumn statement preview

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